Supreme Court refuses to stay 'death knell' amendments to Forest Conservation Act
The modified law will remove protection for large swathes of eco-sensitive and Adivasi lands across India and open them up for development.
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The modified law will remove protection for large swathes of eco-sensitive and Adivasi lands across India and open them up for development.
DIMAPUR — Experts have sounded alarm about the potential ramifications of the 2023 amendment to the Forest Conservation Act (FCA) on Nagaland's unique
Gulmarg, nestled in Kashmir's Pir Panjal range, has become a year-round tourist hotspot. Set at 8000+ feet above sea level, it boasts alpine peaks, meadows, and valleys. The unique margs on its slopes lack tree cover due to glacial origins. British visitors populariSed the area, making it a Raj-era retreat. Skiing gained traction in the 1960s, leading to its rise as a winter destination. The development focus has posed environmental concerns, with increased footfalls and the recent Forest Conservation Act amendment threatening its ecosystem.
One of the Bill's goals is to satisfy the “need to fast track” projects of strategic importance, national security, and public utility within 100 km of the international borders and in “Left Wing Extremism affected areas”.